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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a type certificate for the Subaru Bell 412EPX, making it possible for European operators to put the utility helicopter to work in European Union countries.
Bell Textron has secured orders for the 412EPX in Europe, including one for the Canton of Sarajevo's Ministry of Interior and two for the Republic of Croatia’s Ministry of Interior. All of these helicopters are intended for civil protection, firefighting, medical transport, and natural disaster support, according to Bell.
“We’re pleased the Subaru Bell 412EPX has received EASA certification and look forward to seeing its growing success in the European region,” said Bell chief commercial officer Danny Maldonado. “This is a testament to the program’s dedication to bring the most advanced Bell 412 model and its unparalleled capabilities to different markets and serve new customers and their missions.”
The 412EPX can carry a maximum internal weight of 12,200 pounds, external weight of 13,000 pounds, and 5,000 pounds with a cargo hook. Capable of flying with up to 14 passengers and one pilot, the 412EPX can cruise up to 123 knots and has a range of 361 nm. It is powered by electronically controlled Pratt &amp; Whitney Canada PT6T-9 Twin Pac engines.

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EASA has issued a type certificate for the Subaru Bell 412EPX. Bell Textron has secured orders for the 412EPX in Europe from the Canton of Sarajevo and Croatia.

Subaru Bell 412EPX Certified by EASA

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